Personal Assistant

Personal Assistant needed for a young adult male in the Milngavie area.

The young man is a warm and friendly person who enjoys social and leisure activities.

A typical day with him will include starting the day by assisting with medications, personal care and getting ready for the day, preparing breakfast and lunch then escorting him to an activity such as his music club or another social/leisure activity.

The young man likes to engage with outdoor and physical activities especially ones that are tailored to wheelchair users, such as adaptive cycling and ice skating.

The ideal match is someone that is enthusiastic, reliable, committed and driven to helping him achieve his own daily goals. It would suit a physically fit individual that is adaptable and happy to work with a team.

Previous experience is very helpful, an understanding of complex health issues, especially epilepsy is preferred.

The young man lives in Milngavie so it's important you can travel to and from the area reliably.

A driving license preferred

Please note this role is advertised by GCIL East Dunbartonshire on behalf of a Personal Employer, we are not the employer or an employment/recruitment agency. Our role is to assist with the recruitment process and Employer's responsibilities.

GCIL East Dunbartonshire is the Self-Directed Support service based in East Dunbartonshire, providing information and assistance to enable all eligible people to explore the 4 options for independent living outlined in the Self-Directed Support Scotland Act 2013.

GCIL East Dunbartonshire is part of Glasgow Centre for Inclusive Living (GCIL), which is an established Disabled People's Organisation, with many years of experience assisting people to maximise their preferred support needs.

Successful candidate will require a PVG

GCIL East Dunbartonshire are not the employer

This role involves 7 hours per week, with some flexibility. Two shifts per week

4 hours on a Sunday and 3 hours on a Thursday

Wage £15.50

If this sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you!